Speaking Out +
Driving Change
For Children
Our Mission
Children at Risk serves as a catalyst for change to improve the quality of life for children through strategic research, public policy analysis, education, collaboration, and advocacy.
What We Do
Data & Research
We use research and data to understand the needs of Texas children and their families. This research drives our advocacy agenda and helps us develop evidence-based policy recommendations.
Policy Advocacy
Research and data alone are not enough to drive change for children. We use our research to develop policy recommendations that have the most impact and speak up to inform policymakers.
Collaboration
We work better together. We rely on partners across the state to support our research and data collection, provide regional insights, and amplify our advocacy efforts through collective action.
Upcoming Events & Activities
June 9
Building a Parent Nation: ECE Coalition with Dr. Dana Suskind
Join us to hear from pediatrician and best-selling author Dr. Dana Suskind about what society would look like if it was built around supporting families.
June 12
BIG BRUNCH
Join us for our favorite Spring Luncheon, The Big Brunch! Under the theme of “Building Blocks to the Future: A Celebration of Early Childhood Education,” we’ll elevate the work of partners while guests enjoy brunch prepared by some of Houston’s best chefs.
June 23
National Immigration Summit
Don’t miss this summit focused on centering the needs of immigrant children and their families. Join us to learn about child-forward policies, shifting the narrative surrounding immigrants, and more!
July 28
Full ST(E)AM Ahead! Creating an Equitable Path to STEM Careers
This annual event will uplift the work of industry leaders and educators working to improve access to STEM education for all students, with particular emphasis on building a diverse and qualified workforce.
The Latest from C@R
How Caregivers Can Be Aware of – and Support – Their Child’s Mental Health
By Jarret GuajardoChildren’s mental health is a key element of child wellbeing, one that is too often neglected. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, one in five US children aged 12-17 had experienced a major depressive episode, 37% of high school students had reported...
Petro-Proximate Learning in Texas
Media Contact: Rashena Flagg, 713.301.4577 Research shows petrochemical plants within close proximity to schools negatively impact a child’s performance. On April 25, CHILDREN AT RISK released a new report analyzing the proximity of petrochemical plants to...
Increase Networking Opportunities for Child Care Providers
This post highlights a policy recommendation from our new report, The Quest for Equity and Quality Examining Provider Experiences and Participation in Texas Rising Star. This report, released 4/4/22, explores data from a statewide survey and focus groups in which...
Our Causes
Early Education
K-12 Education
Human Trafficking
Health & Nutrition
New American Children
Family Well-Being
Covid-19
Hurricane Harvey
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